Getting in the (Marine Conservation) Zone
Our Marine Officer Alice Morley talks about the newly designated Marine Conservation Zones and what comes next for us here at Kent Wildlife Trust.
Topics: Conservation
Position Statement for Proposed Work with Wates Group Appledore Road, Tenterden
There has been some public concern in response to incorrect use of the term ‘partnership’ in relation to Kent Wildlife Trust’s involvement with proposed development works by Wates Group in Tenterden. We would like to take this opportunity to allay concerns and clarify the situation.
A Wilder Future for Kent
All of us are witnessing global political, socio-economic and environmental changes on a scale which screams at us the importance of conserving habitats and species which form the life support systems of our planet.
Kent Wildlife Trust gives evidence on proposed Sandwich & Pegwell Bay development
Kent Wildlife Trust has outlined environmental concerns about a proposed extension to the Thanet Offshore Wind Farm at a Planning Inspectorate hearing.
February on Hothfield Heathlands
Kent Wildlife Trust Volunteer Margery Thomas explains the nature of heathland habitat at our stunning Hothfield Heathlands Nature Reserve and how our volunteer teams help us to protect this important and beautiful reserve.
New funding to restore habitats around Dover Castle
Kent Wildlife Trust has received £50,000 in funding to help restore natural habitats, insects and other wildlife around Dover Castle.
Woolly sea creatures go on tour across Kent
Kent Wildlife Trust is sending more than 200 knitted and crocheted marine animals and plants on tour across the county. The undersea art display – entitled ‘Woolly Watery World’ – aims to spread an important message about protecting our oceans.
Draft environment law must do more to protect local wildlife
Kent Wildlife Trust has warned that the Government's draft new environment law does not go far enough to protect nature in Kent.
Putting the ‘win’ in wind farm: how do we make sustainable energy for wildlife?
With 25% of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions coming from energy supplies, there is a real need for alternative solutions. But what are the risks for wildlife? Here are five top questions about sustainable energy and the potential impact on wildlife.
Huge wave of support for Marine Conservation Zones
The Government’s consultation on a third tranche of Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs) drew to a close on Friday 20th July.